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Congratulations!!!🎉🥳 The feeling of finishing a project is beyond satisfying. Best of luck on the sales!!

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Thank you, Rene! Ahh, it really is, isn’t it?! I appreciate the warm wishes. 😊

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Congratulations Justin. It must be quite a thrill to see your book on the Hot New Releases page! I hope it stays there for a while! You have earned it.

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Thank you so much for the kind words, Jim. I hope so, too! 😄

I’m overwhelmed with the amount of support I’ve received. I guess it boils down to the fact that I’ve met/I know some absolutely tremendous people.

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Congratulations, Justin! Well earned and well deserved!

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Thank you so much, Jenise! 😊

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I ordered this little gem on Friday and it arrived on Monday! It's a beauty. Justin you are a natural -born wordsmith, spinning tiny tales of love and mystery, of family and fantasy and adventure. Each one is a tiny, sparkling jewel. This paperback is small enough to slip into the back pocket of your jeans! What a lovely little holiday gift it would make!

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I’m thrilled that the book arrived so quickly for you! That’s amazing! You are so kind, Sharron, and always so generous with your time and your words. Thank you doesn’t even begin to cut it, but truthfully, I’m at a loss for words.

Thank you, thank you, thank you!

I’m so happy you enjoyed it, my friend. 😊

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You got this, kiddo! Your readers are going to love this little book! Breathe!

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Man, take all the time to celebrate that you need. You worked super hard on this! You deserve to celebrate, brag, and love on yourself. I hope the kids throw you a pizza party!

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Thank you so much, Marc. It truly means a lot. And...you know what...I may have to run this by them. That is one excellent plan! 🍕 😁

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That is so wonderful! You've certainly earned it as your writing is very captivating and insight - filled. It's refreshing to see good work supported. Best of luck to you regarding getting it out there.

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That’s incredibly kind of you to say, Mark. Thank you so much. It’s really appreciated! 😀

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The greatest of news! A hot new release in every aspect. May the fire continue to burn bright!

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Thank you so much, Stephen! I really appreciate it! 🔥 🔥

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Dec 11, 2023Liked by Justin Deming

deep applauding congratulations Justin!

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Thank you, Alixandra! I really appreciate it! 😃

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Congrats on the book! That’s awesome!

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Thank you so much, Charlotte! 🙏

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Congrats, Justin. I got my copy the other day (ebook btw). Definitely go to some places with your book. They'll love to have a local author. I had planned on doing it with some of my books this year, but my father-in-law's death derailed that. Nothing better happen in 2024 so I can finally get down to the one little gift/book shop.

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Thank you so much, Patricia! I appreciate the support more than you know. I hope you enjoy it.

That’s wonderful advice, thank you! I have a few locations in mind. What do you think...show up in person, books in hand, or send an email prior to that? I might try both - shaking in my boots either way! 🤣

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I have no idea the best way to do it. My plan was to just show up with my books and ask.

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2024: let’s both make it happen! I hope you have an easier year ahead that allows you to pursue this. I’m sorry to hear about your loss. 🙏

If I have any success I’ll let you know the route I took. 😀

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Shhh! Don't say anything or else 2024 will hear and throw a temper tantrum.

Thanks.

Yes, keep us all in the loop. =)

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Haha! Will do. 😊

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Congratulations, Justin. It is a great feeling to hold a book with your own name on it! I wish you much success with it. I put it on my Amazon Christmas wish list. 🤓

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Thank you so much, Mark! That’s very kind of you. I hope Santa delivers! 😄 It’s a fun ride we’ve been on since our Medium days!

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Yeah. Medium was my learning ground (and provided me with a huge stockpile of stories.) Substack is fun. And home, now.

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Same here, my friend. Couldn’t be happier with how Substack panned out. It really has become a wonderful place to read, write, and share fiction. Thanks again. 🙏

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Dec 11, 2023Liked by Justin Deming

Justin, it has always been my greatest honor to have the chance to read your work, and to offer you some of my thoughts on what you've written. I have seen you grow into an accomplished writer, and now an author!!! You should shout from the rooftops about your book!!! You worked hard on it, it came out perfect, and I am eagerly awaiting my copy which is due to arrive today!!! Heartfelt congratulations!!

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Aww, thank you so much, Andrea. I don’t think you’ll ever truly know how impactful you’ve been. I will always cherish our time teaching together! I can’t wait for you to see 50 Fifties.

By the way, my book just appeared on Goodreads! (I believe the information is relayed from Amazon.) I sent in an application to claim it as my book. 😊

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Congrats, Justin!! There's no feeling quite like holding your own book! It's an amazing accomplishment.

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Thank you so much, Claire! Hope all is well with you! 😀

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Purchased!

And a HUGE congratulations!

And I get the 'bug everyone until they are sick of you' feeling, I've been shouting from every real and online rooftop about my two short stories being published next spring.

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Wow, amazing!! Thanks so much for the support, Kim! I hope you enjoy the book. 😊

And that’s wonderful news!! Congratulations on your upcoming publications! I’m reaching the point where I don’t care as much as I used to. We should be allowed celebrate our hard work and accomplishments without feeling guilty!

Shout away, my friend. You should be very proud! Remind us when those dates approach. I’d love to read the stories.

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Congratulations Justin! So excited for you and extremely proud of you!!!

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Thank you so very much for all of your support and encouragement, Uncle Scott! You da man! 😄

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Very impressive! Never stop.

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Thank you so much, Amie. Grateful for you, your writing, and for connecting me with John. Couldn’t have pulled this off without him. 😊

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